Johnson, Peggy. Developing and Managing Electronic Collections: The Essentials. Chicago: ALA, 2013 025.284 Johns ISBN 9780838911907
The complex issues
associated with developing and managing electronic collections deserve special
treatment, and library collection authority Peggy Johnson rises to the
challenge with a book sure to become a benchmark for excellence. Providing
comprehensive coverage of key issues and decision points, she offers advice on
best practices for developing and managing these important resources for
libraries of all types and sizes. With an emphasis on practical solutions that
will provide effective and timely access to online resources for library users,
she presents an in-depth look at:
- The fundamentals of electronic resource planning, selection, and evaluation
- The evolving world of acquisition options, licenses, and contracts
- Fostering and maintaining positive relationships with vendors and publishers
- Budgeting and financial considerations, with guidance on how to collaborate across library organizational lines to acquire and manage e-content more efficiently
Tips, informational
sidebars, and suggested reading lists accompany each chapter, and an extensive
glossary defines essential terms and concepts.
